Cars That Think

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

There have been vigorous debates pro and con in the United States and elsewhere over whether electric grids can support EVs at scale. trillion in capital, operations, and maintenance costs by 2035. As energy expert Chris Nelder noted at a National Academy EV workshop , “vehicle-to-grid is not really a thing, at least not yet.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2022

As well as enabling EV owners to charge and discharge their electric vehicle to power their home or the grid, Wallbox’s latest innovation is designed to give EV drivers the ability to isolate their home from the grid and use their EV for backup power during a blackout. Providing up to 11.5

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 22, 2021

In most cases the existing technology grid can accommodate truck charging at depots. That perception is shifting, and our research suggests that certain short-haul operations can be electrified today with relatively low-power depot charging that won’t overwhelm the grid. Their paper appears in the journal Nature Energy. Borlaug, B.,

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2015

Eos Energy Storage announced the commercial availability of its MW-scale Aurora system for deliveries starting in 2016. Eos’s grid-scale product is designed to reliably integrate renewable energy, improve grid efficiency and resiliency, and reduce costs for utilities and consumers.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Motiv’s AdaptEV software offers fleets new features such as hill-hold driver assist, two-hour high-speed charging using direct current fast charging (DCFC), telematics, and vehicle to grid (V2G) support capability. Software upgrades are available to fleets via seamless over the air updates.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 29, 2021

However, electric school buses are believed to be cheaper to own over the life of the vehicles than diesel alternatives due to a combination of lower fuel and maintenance costs and because vehicle-to-grid capabilities would allow school districts to sell electric buses’ stored energy back to the utility.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 7, 2011

Total Smart Grid costs. The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) has released a broad assessment of the costs and benefits to modernize the US electricity system and deploy the smart grid. The analysis updates EPRI’s 2004 EPRI assessment, which estimated the cost of implementing a smart grid at $165 billion. Source: EPRI.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 3, 2020

In January 2019, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) announced the availability of VW Settlement Trust-funded open grant programs aimed at reducing emissions of nitrogen oxide and greenhouse gas across Massachusetts, while supporting electrification of the state’s transportation network.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

Hydrokinetic energy is an abundant renewable resource that can boost grid resiliency and reduce infrastructure vulnerability, but it is currently a cost prohibitive option compared to other energy generating sources. The turbine will be designed for power delivery to remote and local grids. Westergaard Solutions, Inc.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Ryder System, a leader in commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions, has started to take delivery of 125 Chanje medium-duty electric panel vans ( earlier post ), the first of their kind in North America, now available for lease or rent.

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Setec Powerr

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

– Self-Sufficient: Solar power eliminates the need for cumbersome extension cords and provides off-grid independence. – On-grid Systems: Can be interconnected to the local electrical grid, allowing you to potentially sell back excess solar energy produced. . It’s a sustainable green energy solution.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 15, 2019

We calculate the total costs of operating a ZeroAvia aircraft to be close to half of what it costs to fly a conventional turbine aircraft, due to lower fuel input costs, higher powertrain efficiency, and reduced maintenance costs. —Val Miftakhov, ZeroAvia Founder and CEO.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2018

In addition to the fuel savings, electric vehicles typically require less maintenance than traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, which means lower maintenance costs. —Scott Phillippi, UPS senior director of automotive maintenance and engineering.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 11, 2020

Electric motors, on the other hand, have instantaneous torque and peak torque available at every operating speed. Two units have already been sold to utilities in the United States: NYSEG and RG&E, AVANGRID companies, and National Grid. —Eric Zieser, director — global compact equipment product line, CASE.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 1, 2022

ClearFlame Engine Technologies, a startup developing net-zero engine technology ( earlier post ), announced the publication of an independent study that finds ClearFlame’s technology could help fleet owners and other heavy-duty truck operators lower total costs while meeting sustainability goals sooner than currently available alternatives.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

A rugged, injection-molded thermoplastic polymer exterior provides an optimized structure into which the electrodes are inserted—the Z3 design requires just 20 of them—minimizing materials, manufacturing, and maintenance while eliminating the risk of any external leaking.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

It would also grant much needed certainty to the automotive industry and to grid operators, re-charging infrastructure operators and transport companies as well. The targets should be allocated to each country based on a simple and fair methodology that takes into account factors like how much private charging is available, the letter said.

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Blink Charging

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

New projects are classified under BD+C (Building Design and Construction) and existing projects are classified under O+M (Operations and Maintenance) for the purposes of LEED certification. Let’s look at how installing EVSE can support your building’s accreditation in LEED v4.1. Initiate at least one full test of the DR plan.

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Baua Electric

MAY 15, 2024

is available in three frame sizes, and its modular construction offers power outputs from 60 kW to 400 kW. They are also specifically suited for India’s tough climate and electrical conditions, which makes them resilient to hot and cold temperatures and commonly occurring grid fluctuations, the company states. Harmony g1.5

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 8, 2014

The used EV batteries that will be recycled into this large-scale storage system have been recovered and have gone through thorough inspection and maintenance at 4R, to confirm safety and performance. Batteries Electric (Battery) Power Generation Smart charging Smart Grid' Earlier post.)

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EV Connect

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Installation, operation and maintenance. There are also minimum requirements for technicians installing and maintaining infrastructure, as well as better standardization and uniformity for certification, maintenance and customer data privacy. Standardize the communication to consumers of price and availability.

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Setec Powerr

MAY 24, 2023

However, the installation and maintenance of EV chargers can be complex and costly. DC fast charging requires a lot of power, so you’ll need a licensed electrician to confirm if the existing grid connection is suitable. Regular maintenance is essential to prevent component failures and ensure the efficient operation of the chargers.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 10, 2019

The pilot program is available in the state of California for 200 interested, qualifying residential home customers who are able to charge inside an enclosed garage space. Availability is based on 200-equally equipped 530e program lease vehicles. The next step involves a 530e Readiness Survey about the garage and local electric grid.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 12, 2013

The solution combines weather prediction and big data analytics to forecast accurately the availability of wind power and solar energy. This will enable utilities to integrate more renewable energy into the power grid, the company says. This amount of additional energy can power roughly more than 14,000 homes.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2015

Vehicle To Grid (V2G) charging capability will provide mobile power capability available for future needs. The fully sized electric flatbed truck will be used as a service vehicle to transport supplies and equipment for facilities maintenance around Naval Base Port Hueneme and Point Mugu. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 17, 2017

The new Volvo 7900 Electric is available with a choice of 150, 200 and 250 kWh battery packs. However, they can now also be charged via cable, CCS, which is the European standard for charging of electric vehicles from the mains grid. Operating range will be up to 200 km (124 miles) depending on topography and driving conditions.

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My Electric Car

AUGUST 23, 2023

Vehicle-to-Grid Integration : AI can enable bidirectional communication between EVs and the electric grid, allowing vehicles to function as energy storage devices that can feed surplus energy back into the grid during peak demand, thus supporting the grid’s stability.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The new charging station is suitable for electric models of all brands with the European standard Type 2 variant of the widely used Combined Charging System (CCS), and is now available for use free of charge. Increasing the available charging capacity to up to 450 kW allows charging times to be significantly reduced.

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Charged EVs

MAY 8, 2023

In recent testimony, Nuvve CEO Gregory Poilasne told the lawmakers that bidirectional charging can reduce the total cost of EV ownership, and that it’s essential for integrating more renewable energy into the grid. A handful of bidirectional-capable EVs are available today, and automakers are quickly implementing the technology.

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Get Electric Vehicle

DECEMBER 30, 2023

In the context of EV charging, AI can optimize charging schedules, predict maintenance needs, and enhance user experience. This not only helps users save on costs by avoiding peak energy periods but also aids in balancing the grid’s load and integrating more renewable energy sources.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 23, 2018

The Lightning Electric heavy-duty powertrain will be available in the 19,501-26,000 pound gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) (Class 6) and will deliver an all-electric range of 110 miles. The powertrain is available on new Class 6 trucks as well as for repowers of vehicles currently in fleets.

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Driivz

DECEMBER 20, 2023

A CPO may start with a smaller-scope network but quickly install new charge points in an expanding geographical footprint, which can cause performance issues and high maintenance costs — particularly if hampered by aging chargers. CPOs need to guarantee that EV chargers are always available and stable, operating 24/7 without fail.

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Baua Electric

JUNE 4, 2024

Technologies such as AI-based predictive maintenance and advanced digital systems are poised to make urban traffic cleaner and more efficient in the future. AI and IoT-powered predictive maintenance guarantees optimal performance of car parts, cutting downtime and prolonging the life of electric vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 8, 2019

The services available will include green power for private households with and without an electric vehicle. A high-end DC charging station with 22 kW can make the electric car an energy storage system and part of the smart grid of the future thanks to bidirectional charging and connection to an energy management system.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 30, 2012

The new HIQAP batteries are available in 12, 24 and 48 Volt configurations with an amp hour capacity ranging between 700 Ah to 1000 Ah. HIQAP lithium battery packs are designed to support large daily loads requiring deep depth of discharge and high energy transfer efficiency for solar, micro-grids, off-grid storage and telecom applications.

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My Energi

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Even prior to the catastrophic impact caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, prices were creeping up and unprecedented demand was beginning to put pressure on available supply. Well, when it comes to self-generated energy generation, PV is a reliable and efficient solution with a realistic payback time and minimal maintenance requirements.

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Driivz

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Grid congestion is imminent If we look at the big picture, EV charging only accounts for about 4% of total demand for electricity; not something for utilities to be alarmed about. With over 123,000 public and semi-public charging stations in the Netherlands, the grid is already experiencing severe congestion.

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